liposolubili
fat-soluble
adjective lee-poh-soh-LOO-bee-lee Rare
Origin: Greek 'lipos' (fat) + Latin 'solubilis' (soluble)
Usage Note
Liposolubili is the plural form of liposolubile, a scientific adjective used in chemistry, nutrition, and medicine (vitamine liposolubili = fat-soluble vitamins, including A, D, E, K). The singular liposolubile is invariable for gender. Contrasted with idrosolubile (water-soluble).
Examples
"Le vitamine A e D sono liposolubili."
Natural Translation
Vitamins A and D are fat-soluble.

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